PCB Design Engineer

Technical Link LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Link LLC in Irvine, CA is seeking a senior PCB design engineer for a 6‑12 month onsite role. Responsibilities cover the full PCB design cycle for avionics systems, from requirements through bring-up, verification, and tests.

You will develop interconnect diagrams and wire harnesses, while supporting updates due to obsolescence and product improvements. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 7 years of industry experience, and deep knowledge of

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated capability in complex circuit board design, bring‑up, signal/power integrity analysis, and validation.
• Proven experience in designing electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, documentation, system level integration and troubleshooting.
• In‑depth understanding of Analog/Mixed‑signal, Digital, or RF circuit components.
• Detailed working knowledge of common test equipment, and CAD tools such as Altium.
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full PCB design cycle from requirements to performance tests.
• Design, develop, integrate, and debug avionics systems/subsystems.
• Develop system interconnect diagrams and wire harnesses.
• Support design updates driven by product improvements and obsolescence.
• Conduct peer-level and cross-discipline design reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams for new product deployment.
• Mentor engineers and promote sound engineering practices.

Skills

7+ years experience

Circuit board design

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Electronics prototyping

Analog/digital/RF

Altium CAD

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium CAD

Test equipment

Job description

• Lead full PCB design cycle involving requirements, schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring‑up, functional verification, and performance tests
• Design, develop, integrate, and debug avionics systems/subsystems
• Develop system interconnect diagrams and define wire harnesses connecting systems within the air vehicle
• Support design updates driven by product improvements, obsolescence, and evolving requirements
• Conduct peer‑level and cross‑discipline design reviews
• Work closely with cross‑functional engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to support new product development and active deployments in a fast‑paced environment
• Mentor other engineers and promote sound engineering practices

3 spots

Irvine, CA (must be onsite)

6-12 months

Skills

PCB Design

Military Standards

Required Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead full PCB design cycle involving requirements, schematic design, component selection, supervision or completion of layout, bring‑up, functional verification, and performance tests
• Design, develop, integrate, and debug avionics systems/subsystems
• Develop system interconnect diagrams and define wire harnesses connecting systems within the air vehicle
• Support design updates driven by product improvements, obsolescence, and evolving requirements
• Conduct peer‑level and cross‑discipline design reviews
• Work closely with cross‑functional engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to support new product development and active deployments in a fast‑paced environment
• Mentor other engineers and promote sound engineering practices

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated capability in complex circuit board design, bring‑up, signal/power integrity analysis, and validation
• Proven experience in designing electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, documentation, system level integration and troubleshooting
• In‑depth understanding of Analog/Mixed‑signal, Digital, or RF circuit components
• Detailed working knowledge of common test equipment, and CAD tools such as Altium
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in designing electronics for robotic and/or aircraft systems
• Hands‑on experience with microcontrollers, common serial interfaces, high speed communication, and firmware/software integration
• UAV experience highly desirable
• Experience working in small to medium sized teams in a fast‑paced R&D environment
• Familiarity with MIL‑spec hardware and harnessing

Education

• Bachelor''s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Clearance Level Required: None